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After deciding to resign from the Tri-City Fire Board, Chairman Dave Boerger received a plaque for his years of service on the board at a meeting July 25.

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The Friendship Circle’s 18th Walk4Friendship fundraiser is scheduled for Sunday, Aug. 27. The fundraiser is set to benefit individuals with special needs.

‘SEEING THE FLOODS OF PURPLE T-SHIRTS WALKING TOGETHER IS BEAUTIFUL’ Community invited to join Walk4Friendship event BY MARK VEST mvest@candgnews.com

WEST BLOOMFIELD – A good time in support of a good cause could be in store for thousands of residents later this month.

The Friendship Circle of Michigan’s 18th Walk4Friendship fundraiser is scheduled for Sunday, Aug. 27. The walk is approximately 1.7 miles, with the route scheduled to start at the Friendship Circle’s Farber Center and end at the Friendship Circle’s Meer Center. The Friendship Circle provides recreational, social, educational and vocational programming for individuals with special needs. See WALK on page 8A

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GREATER WEST BLOOMFIELD — More than 20 years have passed since a potentially life-saving decision was made. In years past, fire services in Orchard Lake, Keego Harbor and Sylvan Lake were handled by volunteers. West Bloomfield, on the other hand, had fire stations that were staffed 24/7 by professional firefighters/paramedics. An idea that would allow Keego Harbor, Orchard Lake and Sylvan Lake to utilize the services of the West Bloomfield Fire Department was formulated more than two decades ago, and an agreement was eventually reached between the cities and West Bloomfield. The Tri-City Fire Board consists of commissioners who represent Keego Harbor, Orchard Lake and Sylvan Lake. It existed prior to the agreement with West Bloomfield and still does to this day. Richard Eriksen, of Sylvan Lake; Dave Boerger, of Orchard Lake; and Sharon Horger, of Keego, were part of the early stages of the merger process between the cities and the West Bloomfield Fire Department. Boerger recently decided to resign from the board, and his timing is fitting.

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SECOND FRONT PAGE Pecky D. Lewis Jr., who guided Oakland County Parks expansion, dies at 94

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A Jewish Senior Life of Metropolitan Detroit “Senior-Senior” prom took place at Meer Apartments in West Bloomfield July 30 for eight dining room employees who recently graduated from local high schools, with senior residents of the apartment complex taking part in the festivities. LEFT: Resident Dolly Murley was one of the attendees at the Roaring ’20s-themed party.

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OAKLAND COUNTY — Bloomfield Hills resident Pecky D. Lewis Jr., who died at his home July 10 at the age of 94, left his mark on Oakland County through his long service on the county’s Parks and Recreation Commission, as a longtime business owner and as the mayor of Royal Oak in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Lewis was a parks commissioner from 1982 to 2015. In 1992, he became the chairperson of the commission. He held this position until 2013, making him the longest-serving chairperson of the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission. Sue Wells, retired manager of parks and recreation, worked with Lewis the entire time he was Lewis a parks commissioner. Wells said that at the time, Oakland County Parks and Recreation was very facility-driven with waterparks, golf courses and playgrounds. “He helped guide the wave for the facilities, the programs and the best practices that we had,” Wells said. Several parks were developed under his leadership including Catalpa Oaks, Highland Oaks, Lyon Oaks and Rose Oaks county parks. Among the facilities that opened while he was on the commission were Red Oaks Waterpark, Michigan’s first refrigerated toboggan run, a golf course, greenhouses, three nature centers, three dog parks and renovations to campgrounds.

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WBPD has new temporary lobby

WEST BLOOMFIELD — According to an email from West Bloomfield Police Chief Curt Lawson, on July 20, the West Bloomfield Police Department closed its front lobby for the second phase of a remodel and expansion project. A temporary lobby has been opened in the rear of the WBPD. The lobby is staffed 24/7. Signs have been placed outside of the building to direct residents to the new, temporary location, with dedicated parking having been made available. The new lobby is expected to be open in midOctober. “The public can expect to see a modern lobby with a customer friendly counter designed to better interact with our Team Members,” the email states.

WB library offers ‘Human Books’ WEST BLOOMFIELD — On Saturday, Aug. 12, visitors to the West Bloomfield Township Public Library will be able to “borrow a person.” A group of “human books” will be available in the Main Branch meeting room 11 a.m.-3 p.m. to have conversations with visitors about their life experiences. The release states that the event is hosted in cooperation with the Human Library organization, “which aims to create more inclusive communities through conversations that challenge stigmas and stereotypes.” The release goes on to state that the Human Library creates a safe space for dialogue between individuals who might not otherwise have an opportunity to talk together. “At a time when many individuals grapple with social isolation and our country seems divided, it’s important to have conversations with our neighbors and better understand their life experiences,” Victoria Edwards, a library marketing specialist, stated via the release. “It helps remind us that we’re all human and we’re not as different from each other as we might think.” According to the release, visitors can drop by anytime during the event and start at a table outside the meeting room, where they will receive guidance from the librarians on topics available for lending. Once visitors have selected which “Human Book” they’d like to talk to, they can sit and have an open conversation with them for about 30 minutes. Titles are available on a first come, first served basis. The event is free and open to the public, with no registration required. For more information, call (248) 682-2120. File photo by Patricia O’Blenes

FARMINGTON HILLS — Michigan Department of Transportation contract crews working on the Interstate 696 Restore the Reuther Rebuilding Michigan project are beginning to rebuild major freeway interchange ramps, according to a press release from MDOT. Through late August, the southbound M-10 ramp to eastbound I-696 is scheduled to be closed while it is being rebuilt. Southbound M-10 traffic traveling to eastbound I-696 will be detoured via eastbound 10 Mile Road to northbound 10 Mile, northbound Lahser Road and eastbound Coral Gables Street to eastbound I-696, according to the release. “This $275 million project includes rebuilding the roadway from the base up, including storm sewer replacement work, and rebuilding ramps at Orchard Lake Road, American Drive, Franklin Road and US-24 (Telegraph Road),” the release states. “This year, eastbound I-696 is being rebuilt from I-275 to east of US-24 (Telegraph Road). The westbound lanes will be rebuilt in 2024.” Project details can be found at drivingoakland.com. Funding for the project is made possible by the Rebuilding Michigan program “to rebuild the state highways and bridges that are critical to the state’s economy and carry the most traffic. The investment strategy is aimed at fixes that result in longer useful lives and improve the condition of the state’s infrastructure,” the release states. Based on economic modeling, this investment is expected to directly and indirectly support about 3,328 jobs, according to the release.

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CHILDHOOD CENTER SCHEDULED TO HOST OPEN HOUSE WEST BLOOMFIELD — The Sarah & Irving Pitt Early Childhood Center, located at The J-Detroit in West Bloomfield, is scheduled to host an open house 9 a.m.-1 p.m. and 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 9, for prospective students and their parents, according to a press release. The preschool, which was founded in 1976 and accepts children as young as newborns up to pre-K 4-year-olds, will restart its enrichment program for the coming academic year. Enrichment programs had been on pause since the pandemic, but gym, music, cooking and Hebrew and Judaic classes are now offered. According to the release, the $100 enrollment fee is being waived for

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new students to help reduce the overall cost, and new families that sign up by Sept. 1 will get two weeks of free school. Scholarships are available through funding from donors, and grants are distributed dependent on family income, the release states. On average, approximately two-thirds of the students are Jewish and a third of the students are not, with 30 dedicated teaching staff members, some of whom have been with the school for more than 20 years, the release states. To sign up for the open house and for more information on the Sarah & Irving Pitt Early Childhood Center, go to jccdet.org/pitt-ecc.

WEST BLOOMFIELD — The Nicely Theatre Group is scheduled to hold auditions for a production of the multiple Tony Award-winning musical “A Chorus Line.” According to a press release, the auditions are open to non-equity actors 18 and older. The production “fuses complex song, dance and compellingly authentic drama, and is widely recognized by audiences and critics alike as a true classic,” the release states. The audition dates are scheduled for 6-10 p.m. Aug. 17, 18 and 21 at the Berman Center for the Performing Arts, on West Maple Road. Audition information can be found at nicelytheatre group.org.

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According to a press release, fundraisers such as Walk4Friendship help to support the nonprofit in its mission of providing friendship and inclusion to nearly 3,000 individuals with special needs. This year’s theme, “As You Are,” embodies the principles of inclusion and serves as a reminder that the Friendship Circle is a place where kids and adults alike are accepted, valued and celebrated, the release states. According to Bassie Shemtov, who is the Friendship Circle’s co-founder, last year’s Walk4Friendship broke a record by raising $750,000, which surpassed the nonprofit’s goal of $650,000. Walk4Friendship is the Friendship Circle’s largest fundraiser, and this year’s goal equals the amount raised last year. “Fundraising at the walk makes everything happen — everything from our children’s division, our teen volunteers, our teen mental health, our vocational programs for our adults,” Shemtov said. “So literally everything we do, the walk is a real chunk of the budget, and besides being a super-important fundraiser, it’s also our key way of getting the word out to the community, to realizing the beauty of people with special needs, and as well as, it’s (in) the

community’s best interest to have people with special needs as part of their workplace, and bringing them into their community, their family, and realizing that we all have a lot to gain from it.” Shemtov estimated that 3,000 people attended last year’s Walk4Friendship, and with a “tremendous effort” to get the word out, this year’s event could attract even more people. The Friendship Circle has been reaching out to different groups, such as men’s and women’s clubs, and marching bands, and according to Shemtov, for those that bring at least 10 people, the Friendship Circle will make iron-ons with logos that go on the sleeves of Tshirts provided to walkers, allowing the groups to represent their “mini-community.” Aside from a free T-shirt, attendees are also treated to food and entertainment. Scheduled entertainment this year includes rides, a zipline and a scavenger hunt. “Nothing costs,” Shemtov said. “In fact, the scavenger hunt, if you find all of the seven parts, you get a very cool Friendship Circle cap. It’s (going to) be a fun event.” West Bloomfield resident Lori Ellis worked in speech and pathology for more than 35 years, including approximately 30 for Royal Oak Schools, before retiring about five years ago. Since retiring, she has authored “educational and fun” children’s books to help children See WALK on page 14A

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ith temperatures breaking records around the globe, experts are advising pet owners to be careful when exposing animals to summer heat. Jennifer Thomas, the animal control officer for Hazel Park, said this is especially critical when it comes to vehicle travel. “The main thing for people to remember is to never leave pets in the car. If you can’t take the animal with you to the store, or wherever, just leave it at home,” Thomas said. “Even cracking open the window doesn’t do much for the internal heat of a car. It builds up extremely quickly.” Paige Wallace, the animal control officer for Madison Heights, noted that cracked windows allow the air to just barely skim the surface of the roof of the vehicle, which provides little relief for a pet that sits down low. She said the interior is often 20 degrees hotter than the air outside. Other factors, such as the color or materials of the interior, can also affect the heat. For example, leather seats warm up quickly and can burn animals. “If the humidity is high, and there is stagnant air, they could have limited oxygen,” Wallace said via email. “Dogs such as pugs, boxers and shih tzus have a harder time breathing in extreme heat, due to their short muzzles. Cats, huskies, German shepherds and anything with an undercoat have no business being out in extreme heat. Their fur can suffocate them and alter the feeling of how hot they really are, putting them in heat distress quicker.” Both officers advise caution when walking pets outside this time of year. While people wear shoes that protect the soles of their feet, dogs and cats have sensitive paw pads that can hurt when walking on hot concrete. Before walking, touch the sidewalk or road with your hand to see if it’s cool. Don’t assume that it’s safe just because it’s shaded. A dog starting to limp, or excessively licking and tending to one paw, may indicate the ground is uncomfortable for them. Once you return from the walk, if the pet likes the hose, spraying them lightly but consistently until the water gets through their coat can provide relief. Once inside, provide them water to drink but monitor intake, since excessive amounts can cause bloat, which can be deadly. One major sign of heat distress is the animal looking “bug-eyed,” with its eyebrows raised, and the whites of its eyes showing more. The eyes may frantically look from side

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“July 1 was the 20th anniversary of the arrangement with West Bloomfield to provide fire/EMS services to the three cities,” Boerger said. “We were looking to improve the fire and EMS services through the response times, as well as, especially, the medical services. The volunteer group could only provide basic medicines, whereas the West Bloomfield EMS are fully trained paramedics that can deliver medicine on the way to the hospital, for example. So that was a big upgrade that we wanted and were able to get.” Prior to the agreement with West Bloomfield, Boerger said that the response times were 10-15 minutes, as opposed to now being less than four minutes. Eriksen considers being a part of the merger between the cities and the West Bloomfield Fire Department one of the “finest things” that he, Boerger and Horger have done in their roles as commissioners, and he shared an example of how beneficial that partnership has turned out to be. “The biggest factor that drove it to begin with was the fact that West Bloomfield had a very high-class EMS system, and our whole fire department was volunteer,” Eriksen said. “The other part was their tremendous ability to show up with equipment. We had one fire here in Sylvan Lake that, if we hadn’t been merged with

West Bloomfield at the time, it would’ve taken at least two or three houses right there on the lakefront, down by the boat club.” Although the West Bloomfield Fire Department had more resources to work with, the services provided by the previous group of volunteers has not been forgotten. “With the volunteers, they were unpaid and they had to come to the station on the calls,” Horger said. “They did a great job … but it’s just different when you have four people that are there at the station and a call comes in — they’re out the door immediately. So I think that has been a big plus.” Orchard Lake City Services Director Gerry McCallum said that the level of safety has increased dramatically since the agreement with West Bloomfield. He provided details of how the arrangement works. “We get charged by (the) West Bloomfield Fire Department, per this agreement,” McCallum said. “Each community is one-third share of the total, and we are billed quarterly on that.” McCallum said that each of the tri-city communities is paying $355,000 to West Bloomfield this fiscal year, with Orchard Lake’s expense incurred through the city’s general fund. He estimated that it would cost “well above a million dollars a year” if Orchard Lake operated its own fire/EMS services. There are five fire stations in West Bloomfield and one in Orchard Lake. The station in Orchard Lake, which is on

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PLAN A VISIT TO WALLOON LAKE BY GREG TASKER couple of decades ago, while following Ernest Hemingway’s footsteps through the woods, rivers and towns of northern Michigan, I made my way to the village of Walloon Lake, where, I discovered, there was no village. A few shabby buildings still stood, remnants of the village’s heyday as a summer destination a century earlier for the Hemingway family and other Midwest vacationers. Other than a general store, there was nothing to stop for. I kept going. So imagine my surprise when I returned recently to discover that the Village of Walloon Lake had reappeared — almost magically — with refurbished and new buildings along the shores of this unusually shaped lake that spans Charlevoix and Emmet counties. That’s largely due to the passion of Jonathan Borisch, a developer from Grand Rapids and a Walloon Lake native, who has resurrected the village after decades of decline (that’s another story). Hemingway, of course, would not recognize the village today but Walloon Lake offers all the amenities vacationers expect in a classic Michigan resort town. There’s an ice cream shop and candy

RIGHT: Ernest Hemingway spent every summer of his youth on Walloon Lake and his adventures here were the inspiration for some of his early short stories. ABOVE: Guests gather around a campfire to take in the sunset overlooking Walloon Lake. Photos provided by Dianna Stampfler

store, a coffee bar, a few restaurants, and other shops. A new general store is also in the works, expected to open early next year. The lake, of course, is the big draw and boat rentals can be found at the marina. Walloon Lake is also an ideal location from which to explore this bucolic region of northwestern Michigan. Walloon Lake is a short drive from both Charlevoix and Petoskey and just minutes from Boyne City and the Boyne Mountain Resort. It’s also located within the expansive Petoskey Wine Region. A word of warning, however. You might be hard-pressed to leave Walloon Lake after checking into the charming Hotel Walloon. Reminiscent of a grand lakeside hotel of another era, Hotel Walloon invites relaxation. There are porches with rocking chairs. Rooms with private balconies. Beach chairs lining the shoreline. And the lobby, dominated by a large stone fireplace, makes you want to kick back and relax with a book and a glass of wine from the cruvinet. Opened in 2015, Hotel Walloon was the first See WALLOON LAKE on page 16A

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Orchard Lake Road, existed prior to the agreement with West Bloomfield. “Part of the agreement, also, which Dave was instrumental, I think, working out, was the fact that station nine, which is in our jurisdiction but served the tri-cities when we had the volunteer fire department, that became a station West Bloomfield uses for the north end of, like, West Bloomfield Township,” McCallum said. “I think the issue was that West Bloomfield was looking to build a fire station at the northeast quadrant of their township for better service. It just so happened that a station generally in that area worked

out, to where they took over that station, as far as running it, and I think we lease it to them for a dollar a year. That was all part of the agreement worked out through Dave Boerger and representatives at that time.” From April 1 to June 30 this year, as part of West Bloomfield Fire Chief Greg Flynn’s quarterly report of “Incidents by Station for City,” it was reported that there were 88 incidents in Keego, 57 in Orchard Lake and 37 in Sylvan Lake. According to Boerger, “runs are generally consistent quarter-toquarter.” Flynn is a proponent of the agreement that is in place between the West Bloomfield Fire Department and the cities. “The merger with the tri-cities

has been beneficial to all four communities,” Flynn said. “All the residents benefit from the increased resources that we all share as part of the initial response to emergencies. We don’t have to wait and call additional resources in from what was once the tri-city fire department. It’s all completely integrated into one single response that is all integrated, and it is an effective response model for all four communities.” Boerger said that the agreement that has been established with West Bloomfield is thriving. “I’ve had testimonials from people that their lives were or their home was saved because the fire trucks arrived (in) under four minutes,” Boerger said. “And just seeing the data each quarter when we have

a meeting with West Bloomfield to see how they’re performing … they continue to excel in every aspect and exceed our expectation, in terms of fire and EMS service.” Boerger, who served as the chairman of the Tri-City Fire Board, shared what helped lead to his decision to resign. “The 20-year milestone was a factor, and the biggest factor was we had a qualified replacement on City Council at Orchard Lake who had some fire and EMS experience — Kevin Kroger. Once that individual was identified to me, it was a simple decision.” Each of the cities has two representatives on the board. Although Boerger expressed a preference to have his resignation de-

emphasized and the agreement that is in place between the tri-cities and West Bloomfield emphasized, others acknowledged the role he has played as part of the Tri-City Fire Board. “They (Boerger and Eriksen) were so instrumental in this whole contract being put in place,” Horger said. “I appreciate what those two did, bringing this contract to fruition.” Flynn thanked Boerger and credited him for his role in helping set the board up for success. McCallum said that Boerger was instrumental in getting the contract with West Bloomfield in place. “Dave has done an excellent job in representing not only our community, but the other two communities as well,” McCallum said.

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with disabilities, as well as general education students, including one she co-authored with Lisa Sherbel titled “Speech Tips with Spunky Monkey.” Ellis is a supporter of the Walk4Friendship events. “I feel like it’s a great fundraiser,” she said. “It helps out the community. … It’s very rewarding to see that this is available in our community, and it helps out so many families and children.” Hosting an event that attracts thousands of people is not something that Shemtov anticipated when the nonprofit was started. “It’s not something I ever thought would happen, so it is inspirational on a daily basis to see how people with special needs affect our community,” she said. “It’s invigorating and exciting every day to continue to do the things that we are doing together.” The level of support that the community has shown for individuals with special needs by participating in events such as the Walk4Friendship has not gone unnoticed. “They feel like they’re the celebrities in town,” Shemtov said. “People with special needs around here are adored, loved, respected (and) appreciated. People see that they

have that special (something) inside that, unfortunately, us more typically developing people don’t have — that beauty that they have.” Ellis said the Friendship Circle plays a huge role in the community. “It provides such support for families that are looking for some additional support,” she said. “It provides a social aspect (and) educational support. … This walk is so important because they need those donations to help with these programs.” From Shemtov’s perspective, participating in the Walk4Friendship is like joining a community that is changing the way the world sees people with special needs. “Seeing the floods of purple T-shirts walking together is beautiful, and I feel like the energy, you feel it,” she said. “Everyone’s happy to be there. Everyone’s excited to make the difference. It’s a very special, positive energy. … As the name of this year’s slogan is ‘As You Are,’ we’re asking everyone, as they are, to kinda step up to the plate and join the community in making the world a better place.” To register for the walk in advance or make a donation, visit walk4friendship.com. Registration is scheduled to open at 10:30 a.m., followed by the opening ceremony at 11:30 a.m. and the walk at 11:45 a.m. Parking is available at Temple Israel, located at 5725 Walnut Lake Road in West Bloomfield.

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CRIME WATCH WEST BLOOMFIELD — A resident on Stillwell Drive reportedly came home to find the front door wide open and her dog outside. The home invasion was reported to have occurred between 11 a.m. July 23 and 7:15 a.m. July 24. Officers arrived at the scene and observed that the front door had been kicked open. After conducting a search of the residence, no suspects were located. The homeowner reported that she is missing numerous items, including a 30-inch flatscreen television, coins, a Rolex watch, a Movado watch and a Michele watch. Approximately 25 pairs of designer shoes were also reportedly taken, along with other miscellaneous items. The case was turned over to detectives for review.

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WEST BLOOMFIELD — A resident reported that on July 21 he parked his 2022 Dodge Ram in an apartment complex on Bentley Road, and when he went to find it on July 23, it was missing. According to a report, it appeared that glass was on the ground near the vehicle and one of the windows was broken prior to the vehicle being stolen. The individual left his wallet in the vehicle, as well as golf clubs, which were re-

ported to be worth approximately $1,000. No further information was provided.

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WEST BLOOMFIELD — A resident made a report against a neighbor July 24 for allegedly making a false police report. According to the report, the resident was accused of numerous falsehoods dating back to 2012. Allegations included reckless driving, fireworks violations and loud music. The report was for documentation purposes only.

Resident reports concerning behavior from co-worker

WEST BLOOMFIELD — According to a report dated July 21, a resident went into the West Bloomfield Police Department to report concerning behavior from one of his co-workers. The individual reported that he’d had a disagreement with his co-worker, who seemed to be in a “manic state.” The reporting individual wants messages that were sent by his co-worker to be documented. The case was reported to be for documentation only. If you have information about these crimes or others, call the West Bloomfield Police Department at (248) 975-9200. — Mark Vest

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A former inn overlooking the lake, Walloon Lake Inn endures today as an upscale restaurant with an innovative menu, including selections of seafood, beef and lamb. It’s a short walk from Hotel Walloon. For another lakeside option, consider the Barrel Back Restaurant, a bar and casual eatery that stands next to the hotel. Large garage doors open to views of Walloon Lake — a great place to be at sunset. Barrel Back is a term associated with wooden boats — the round transom on the stern looks like a floating barrel when the boat is in the water.

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Hotel Walloon has 32 well-appointed guest rooms, a billiards room, a 24-hour fitness room, a heated outdoor spa, an outdoor fire pit, a private beach and dock, and more. The concierge service is second to none and guests enjoy light breakfast snacks in the morning and other offerings during the day. About 15 minutes north of Walloon Lake, the Inn at Bay Harbor, Autograph Collection, also offers luxurious accommodations, with many rooms overlooking Little Traverse Bay. The 105-room hotel reflects the style of turn-of-the-century lakeside inns. The amenities include restaurants, a full-service spa, 45 holes of championship golf, afternoon tea, a lakeside pool and bar. A small village of shops and restaurants are within walking distance of the hotel.

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new lodging property in the village in 90 years and among the new businesses that have helped put the resort back on the map. The hotel has been racking up awards since it opened. The latest comes from Travel & Leisure magazine, which ranked Hotel Walloon as the Best Resort in the Midwest and as the No. 5 Resort in the United States. If you choose to linger, two restaurants are within walking distance, and it’s a leisurely stroll through the village, home to just 315 year-round residents (the wooded shore-

line of the 4,270-acre lake is teeming with summer homes and cottages). The center is the Village Green on Walloon Lake. The park is home to a recently installed statue of Ernest Hemingway called “The Old Man and the Cat.” There’s also a series of historical signs that share the region’s history, including ties to the Hemingway family. On Walloon Lake, the Hemingway family’s summer cottage, Windermere, still stands and remains owned by the family. It is not open to the public. Greg Tasker is a Traverse City-based freelance writer. Greg’s articles focused on northern Michigan travel will appear in C & G Newspapers during the summer.

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but a recruiting class has recently dropped the shortfall to about 20. Both said that one of the key issues is the perception of law enforcement and how this is causing many to not go into law enforcement as a career. High profile controversies, such as the death of George Floyd at the hands of police officers, has lowered the opinion of law enforcement in the eyes of a significant number of people. “The perception of police on the national stage also has been horrible. Any officer who has acted inappropriately should, obviously, be held accountable, but this is a small number of officers, but that impression has washed over all officers. People are asking why they would want to go into a field where they would have to deal with this perception,” said Bouchard. “I see it similar to the Vietnam vets, who came home after serving and were demonized. I have seen businesses and restaurants that refuse to serve cops. … I want people to know that the person who hates a bad cop the most is a good cop.” “Some of the factors I believe are responsible have to do with the negative press regarding law enforcement,” Wickersham agreed. “There are also a lot of jobs in the private sector where people can make more money. The work-from-home component is very popular with the younger generation. The job itself has danger and liability.” Bouchard thinks one of the reasons law

enforcement is so acutely affected by recruitment shortages is that a police department cannot reduce the area it is responsible for policing. “If you can’t hire enough servers at a restaurant, you can close that area of the restaurant or that location,” he explained. “Police departments can never not patrol part of the community. We have to work double shifts, and it has been like this for years. This creates very strong potential for burnout, which causes people to quit, which exacerbates the problem.” Bouchard went on to say that while some communities aren’t seeing the effects of this officer shortage, other communities are seeing very real effects, ranging from fewer school resource officers to fewer detectives being available to investigate major crimes. “The community hasn’t seen a lot of effects because we are filling the gaps with double shifts and people working overtime and stretching ourselves thin,” he said. He added that some Oakland County communities haven’t been affected, “but a lot of places, especially in larger cities, are seeing the largest crime increase in decades. Some cities are seeing unchecked violence because there simply aren’t enough police officers out there.” Wickersham agreed, saying that he has seen many departments suffering from significant burnout. Additional overtime also adds up and can increase a department’s budget. “Even when you have shortages, you have a lot of forced overtime,” he said. “When people take a sick day or have a

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training day, you have to move someone over from another shift. Doing that too often leads to burnout. Some people want the overtime, but when it happens too often, people just can’t handle it.” In 2022, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced $30 million in grants to help departments pay for police academy recruits, and in April, the Legislature passed a bill that allows departments to recoup all or some training costs from recruits if they leave for another department within four years. The U.S. Senate recently unanimously passed bipartisan legislation authored by Michigan Sen. Gary Peters that aims to strengthen relationships between law enforcement and the communities they serve by incentivizing recruits to work in the communities where they live. “The Strong Communities Act” would provide federal grants for local law enforcement recruits who agree to attend school or academy and then serve in a law enforcement agency in their respective communities. Both sheriffs said that numerous departments are now stepping up their efforts

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The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comments on amendments to the Zoning Ordinance pertaining to the procedure for applications to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The amendments do the following: • • •

Amend Section 17.05.(a) to require a mortgage survey instead of a plot plan. Amend Section 17.05.(a).9 to provide direction on what information is needed if the requiredapplication components do not apply to the site or project. Amend Section 17.05(b) to require a complete application before a hearing will be set andnoticed.

A complete copy of the amendments may be examined at the Keego Harbor City Hall, 2025 Beechmont St., Keego Harbor, MI 48320, prior to the public hearing, during the City’s regular business hours, Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM through 4:00 PM. Written comments may be addressed to the Planning Commission at the City Hall address. Oral comments will be taken during the hearing on August 24, 2023. This notice is published pursuant to the requirements of the Michigan Zoning Enabling Act, PA 110 of 2006, as amended. Tammy Neeb, Clerk City of Keego Harbor Published: West Bloomfield Beacon 08/09/2023

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to recruit new officers through measures such as community outreach, paying for training and signing bonuses. Yet both said that the process of refilling their numbers is a slow one and that there is no telling how these shortages will continue to affect communities in the meantime. “You’ve got to go out into the community and engage with residents. Talk with people, talk with kids and give them insight into what you get out of the job,” said Wickersham. “Like any job, there will be days you will have bad days, but there are a lot of rewarding aspects to it too. We particularly want to get into the high schools and job fairs. We have a recruiting team doing that right now. We are paying for training, in a lot of cases. Some departments are using signing bonuses, but we have not done that.” Bouchard said they are expanding their outreach. “We worked with the county to create incentives like signing bonuses,” Bouchard said. “We are doing everything we can to fill those holes because we have no other choice. Failure is not an option.”

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING City of Keego Harbor Planning Commission Notice is hereby given that the Keego Harbor Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on August 24, 2023, beginning at 7:00 PM, or as soon thereafter as the agenda allows, at Keego Harbor City Hall, 2025 Beechmont St, Keego Harbor, MI 48320. The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comments on a request submitted by Ara J. Darakjian, for an amendment to the Keego Harbor Zoning Map to approve a Planned Unit Development (PUD) at 3170 Orchard Lake Rd (parcel ID 1802-434-008). The current zoning of the property is RMH Mobile Home Park and NR Neighborhood residential. The PUD is called the Residences at Cass Lake and is described on the application as follows: “The intent is to develop a 6-story multi-family/mixed use development with a partial walkout lower level, consisting of ample green space, restaurant, retail, spa spaces, and 238 units of multiple family residential use on the 5.33 acre project. The project also includes outdoor café uses, proposed dock, indoor pool, outdoor pool, open space, 439 parking spaces (55 surface spaces and 384 in an automated parking structure).” A complete copy of the application for the PUD application and plans may be examined on the City’s website (KeegoHarbor.org) and at Keego Harbor City Hall, 2025 Beechmont St, Keego Harbor, MI 48320, prior to the public hearing, during the City’s regular business hours, Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM through 5:00 PM. Written comments may be addressed to the Planning Commission at the City Hall address. Oral comments will be taken during the hearing on August 24, 2023. This notice is published pursuant to the requirements of the Michigan Zoning Enabling Act, PA 110 of 2006, as amended.

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FOOD TRUCK TUESDAYS RETURN

WEST BLOOMFIELD — A variety of food options will be available for local residents on Tuesdays through Sept. 26. Food Truck Tuesdays are scheduled for 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the tent between the West Bloomfield Township Public Library and the Recreation Activities Centre, at 4640 Walnut Lake Road. According to West Bloomfield Township’s website, it is an event series organized by West Bloomfield Township, the West Bloomfield Township Public Library, the West Bloomfield Police Department and the parks department.

NEWS AND NOTE ITEMS TAKEN FROM AROUND OUR COVERAGE AREAS

MARISSA CARSON OF HIGHLAND IS THE NEW MISS OAKLAND COUNTY ROCHESTER HILLS – Marissa Maxine Carson, 20, of Highland Township was crowned Miss Oakland County 2023 at the annual competition July 15 at Oakland University. The theater major at Oakland Community College won $1,850 in education scholarships, as well as several other prizes and gifts. Carson won scholarships of $1,200 for winning Miss Oakland County and $200 for the Vivian Zhong Best Talent Award for her rendition of “Wishing You Were Here Again,” from “The Phantom of the Opera.” She also earned scholarships of $250 for the Aldo Vagnozzi Community Service Award and $200 for the JoAnn Lingenfelter Spirit of Miss America Award. Carson, who plans to obtain a bachelor’s in musical theater, will represent Oakland County at the 2024 Miss Michigan competition in Muskegon next June. Her community service

Large sum raised to benefit foster care, adoption, mentoring services

METRO DETROIT — Child Safe Michigan, an affiliate of the Judson Center, a human services agency, raised nearly $350,000 at its 2023 Legends of Tomorrow gala June 9 at the M1 Concourse in Pontiac, according to a release. The fundraiser benefits Child Safe Michigan’s foster care, adoption and mentoring services for neglected and abused children in Southeast Michigan. “Child Safe Michigan is an award-winning agency that has made a difference in hundreds of young lives,” Judson Center President and CEO Lenora Hardy-Foster stated in the release. “We are committed to improving the lives of children and families in our community, and providing a safe, nurturing home environment is extremely important to a child’s growth and successful transition into adulthood.” For more information, visit childsafemichigan.org or judsoncenter.org.

Food and fashion SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Samaritan House will

initiative is “The Importance of Volunteering,” which seeks to bring volunteering opportunities throughout Michigan to people of all ages and abilities. Milford’s Rebecca Kobylas, a 20-year-old neuroscience and psychology major at Alma College, earned a $700 scholarship as the first runner-up. Kobylas also won the Samantha Steckloff Community Service Award and an additional $150 scholarship. Claudia Kenny, 16, of Chesaning, became the 2023 Miss Oakland County’s Teen. A junior at Chesaning H.S., Kenny’s community service initiative is “The Big SEE: Skin Cancer is the Cancer You Can See.” She will represent Oakland County at Michigan’s teen competition next June in Muskegon. The Miss Oakland County Scholarship Program is a preliminary competition to Miss Michigan and Miss America.

CYCLE TRACK PROJECT TO CONTINUE INTO NOVEMBER

PLEASANT RIDGE — At the end of June, construction began on the city’s Woodward Avenue streetscape and cycle track project. It’s expected to be completed by mid-November. According to a news release, on-street parking temporarily will not be available during the project. Public parking will be available in the public parking lots at Wellesley Drive and Fairwood Boulevard, and on side streets where allowed. One or two lanes will be closed on Woodward and Main Street between Sylvan Avenue and Interstate 696 during the length of the project. The primary contractor for the project is Merlo Construction. The news release also said that 11 honey locust trees have to be removed, but most of the existing trees will be preserved and 24 new trees will be planted, resulting in a net increase of 13 trees. For more information on the project, visit cityofpleasantridge.org/woodward.

hold Food & Fashion at the Palazzo Grande at 54660 Van Dyke Ave. in Shelby Township from 6 to 10 p.m. Sept. 21. Tickets cost $50 and must be bought in advance. There will be a buffet dinner, beer, wine and nonalcoholic drinks, a fashion show, raffles, door prizes, vendor booths and more. For more information, call (586) 336-9956 or email shevents@att.net.

EE W E H T F O E CRIM • K E E W E H OF T E M I R C • K NEWSWORTHY E WE INCIDENTS REPORTED TO LOCAL POLICE, AS COMPILED BY C & G REPORTERS

Ex-girlfriend takes Tesla charger, leaves chewing gum as evidence

NOVI — A resident called police July 13 after he returned home and found his garage open and his Tesla charger missing. The culprit reportedly had left pieces of chewing gum on the front door and on the door inside the garage. The man said that when he left his home at 9 a.m., his garage door was down. Upon returning home at 7 p.m., he found the door open. He explained that he does not live with anyone, so no one else should have had access to his home. He said the only thing missing was the Tesla charging box, valued at $200, which had been plugged into an outlet on the east wall inside the garage. He also pointed out that there was now chewing gum on the keyhole of the doorknob on the door inside the garage that leads into the house. There was also chewing gum on the doorknob on the front of the house, according to the report. The man told police that some of his family members, as well as his ex-girlfriend, have the code for the garage. The man said he recently broke up with his now ex-girlfriend and believes that she might have stolen the charger. Since he broke up with her two weeks earlier, he said that he has had to block her on all social media, as well as his phone. He told police she might steal the charger just to cause an inconvenience in his life. He told police that his ex is aware of his work hours and when the house would be empty. Police reportedly were able to locate fingerprints in the gum that had been chewed and pressed into the doorknobs. The man rescinded his initial request to press charges and asked that police ask his ex-girlfriend if she has the charger and to return it to him. Police said the ex-girlfriend admitted to taking it and returned it to him July 17. The case has since been closed.

Photos reportedly used for attempted extortion

WEST BLOOMFIELD — In a report dated July 13, a resident on Northcote Lane stated that an unknown person had possibly used artificial intelligence to produce nude pictures and post them on social media. The unknown person demanded money in order to stop posting the pictures. The case was listed as documentation only.

Jewelry goes missing

WEST BLOOMFIELD — A resident went to the West Bloomfield Police Department July 13 to report that several items of jewelry were missing after she hired a moving company. She said she had her

jewelry in one of the moving boxes they were asked to move to her new address in West Bloomfield. Several rings, bracelets, a necklace and a set of earrings were reported to have been stolen. The total value of the missing jewelry was estimated to be approximately $7,000. The case was turned over to the detective division.

Assault reported at adult foster care

WEST BLOOMFIELD — In a report dated March 1, a resident at an adult foster care location told police that he has been a victim of bullying and has been assaulted by another resident. Detectives were reportedly looking into the incident.

Electronics stolen

HAZEL PARK — According to a police report, a 48-year-old Detroit man was arrested after allegedly stealing a tablet, a phone and some coins from a home in the 23300 block of Hazelwood Ave. on the morning of July 15. The homeowner, a 49-year-old Hazel Park man, had allowed the suspect to stay the night. The suspect allegedly left with the items the next day. Police were investigating.

Business threatened

MADISON HEIGHTS — According to a police report, a business in the 32000 block of Concord Drive received a threat of violence at about 3:30 p.m. on July 15. Management reportedly notified Troy police, who in turn notified the Madison Heights Police Department. Officers responded to the business, speaking with management, who decided to close for the day. A 25-year-old male suspect was then taken into custody. Police were investigating.

Gun pointed during dispute

FARMINGTON — Police responded to the Chatham Hills Apartments at 1 a.m. July 5 on a report of a felonious assault where the victim reported a gun was pointed at them during a dispute. An investigation led to the arrest of a 39-yearold Farmington man. The suspect was arraigned in 47th District Court and was out on personal bond pending the next court hearing.

Suspect arrested for stealing items from vehicles

FARMINGTON HILLS — A Farmington resident reported that personal property was stolen from their

vehicle sometime overnight July 2. Farmington Hills police later arrested a suspect for a larceny that had occurred in their jurisdiction. During the arrest, the suspect was found to be in possession of personal property stolen from the Farmington resident’s vehicle. Members of both departments were working together on the investigation.

Driver flees from police

FARMINGTON — A Farmington Public Safety officer was on patrol near Grand River Avenue and Nine Mile Road at 2 a.m. July 9 when the officer observed a red Ford Edge with an inoperative brake light. The officer attempted to conduct a traffic stop on the vehicle, but the driver fled from the officer at a high rate of speed, disregarding a red light. The officer terminated the pursuit for the safety of the public. The case was turned over to the detective bureau for further investigation.

Assault reported outside nightclub

BIRMINGHAM — On July 9 at around midnight, officers were dispatched to a local club regarding an assault report. The officers spoke with two people who were related to the suspect, an unidentified man around 40 years old. They mentioned that they were denied entry to the club with the suspect. The staff members stated the suspect refused to pay the $40 entrance fee for the club and became violent after trying to enter the club and being denied again. The suspect allegedly punched a 27-year-old man from Grosse Pointe Woods in the throat. An investigation was ongoing.

Suspects steal jeans from local store

BIRMINGHAM — An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of West Maple July 8 at approximately 2 p.m. regarding retail fraud at a local business. The store manager stated that three women around 25-35 years old stole a pair of jeans valued at $258. The suspects were shopping in the store and trying on clothes when one of the suspects inquired about the price of the jeans and became upset when learning about the price. The suspects then left the building in opposite directions, with the stolen jeans. The victim mentioned that they found a broken off security tag inside the pocket of another pair of jeans. The investigation was ongoing.

Home invasion reported

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — The Bloomfield Township Police Department took a report of a home

invasion in the 700 block of Westbourne Drive that occurred overnight July 12. The homeowner, who was awoken by her dog barking at 3 a.m., heard a loud banging noise coming from the garage. When she checked the garage later in the morning, she found the service door was halfway open, and items were scattered throughout the garage. Police said it did not appear that anything was taken. The case was under investigation.

Police pursue break-in suspect

BERKLEY — A break-in was reported to the Berkley Public Safety Department at 11:49 p.m. July 5 at a home in the 2900 block of Thomas Avenue, near Greenfield and Wiltshire roads. The report states that police were called to the area for a home invasion in progress. Officers noticed at the scene one individual moving inside the home who then jumped out one of the windows, according to the police report. Police pursued the suspect until they lost visual contact. Multiple windows in the home had suffered damage due to the break-in. The home belonged to a 51-year-old Berkley man.

Park equipment vandalized

TROY — The inclusive swing, designed for use by children with disabilities, at Boulan Park, 3671 Crooks Road, was discovered to have been vandalized by an unknown suspect. The damage was discovered July 14 by a park employee. Police officials said the swing will require replacement.

Stolen vehicle recovered before victim reported it missing

SOUTHFIELD — Police recovered a stolen vehicle that was left running and unattended in a parking lot in the 25000 block of West 12 Mile Road at 7:10 p.m. July 16. The 2021 Kia Forte’s back driver’s side window was broken out, and there was damage to the ignition. Police contacted the registered owner, who was unaware that the vehicle was missing.

AirTag helps police recover stolen vehicle

SOUTHFIELD — A man reported his 2019 Kia Forte missing from the 28000 block of Franklin River Drive at 9 a.m. July 15. The vehicle was recovered the next day at 2 p.m., thanks to the help of an Apple AirTag that had been left inside. At the time of recovery, the police noted that the vehicle had a broken window.